Using the App

This section helps you understand how to interact with Snipto — from understanding snippets, using the search window, and pasting your saved content easily across platforms.

Snippet Basics

Snipto revolves around the concept of reusable snippets — short, frequently used pieces of text, code, or commands that you can insert with just a few keystrokes. This helps you work faster, reduce repetition, and stay consistent across tasks.

Examples of Snippets

  • Email templates (e.g., “Thank you for reaching out...”)
  • Code blocks or shell commands
  • Common responses like “Let’s connect soon!”
  • Markdown or HTML boilerplate

Text Mode vs Hotkey Mode

📝 Text Mode

Use simple shortcuts in text fields. Snipto detects and expands them.

Typing: ;ty ➜ Outputs: Thank you

⌨️ Hotkey Mode

Assign global hotkeys to snippets and paste them instantly.

Press: Ctrl + Shift + A ➜ Outputs: Thank you

Search Window

The Search Window in Snipto lets you instantly find and use your saved snippets by typing a keyword or tag. It's designed for speed, productivity, and minimal interruption to your workflow.

How to Open the Search Window

Press Ctrl + Space on Windows/Linux or ⌘ + Space on macOS to launch the search window. It opens a centered overlay with a search input and your most relevant snippets. You can also access it via the Snipto tray icon.

What You'll See

At the top is a search bar. Below that, a list of matching snippets appears — each displaying the snippet name and its assigned hotkey. The layout is optimized for quick scanning and keyboard navigation.

Using the Search

Begin typing to filter results in real-time. Navigate suggestions using ↑ and ↓ arrow keys.

Pasting Snippets

Snipto makes it effortless to paste your saved snippets. Whether you're copying manually or triggering a hotkey, your snippet is ready the moment you select it.

Ways to Paste

  • Text Mode (Windows): In any text field, type ;shortcut-key and Snipto will instantly expand it to the corresponding snippet.
  • Hotkey Mode: Press the assigned hotkey directly — the snippet will be auto-pasted into the currently focused window.

Platform Behavior

  • Windows: Supports both text-mode expansion and hotkey-triggered pasting.
  • macOS: Full clipboard integration with ⌘-based shortcuts and global hotkeys.
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